Kingston MobileLite G4 USB 3.0 Card Reader Overview:
Kingston’s MobileLite G4 is a multi-function card reader with a small metallic form factor that’s roughly 20 per cent smaller than the previous generation and no bigger than a large paper clip, so it easily fits into a pocket, wallet or camera bag and is ideal for personal or professional use. This versatile device reads SD, SDHC, SDXC, UHS-II and microSD/SDHC/SDXC, UHS-I and supports the latest card speeds.
MobileLite G4 is compliant with the USB 3.0 specification and delivers USB 3.0 performance to save time when transferring digital files, photos, games, music and more. It’s backwards-compatible with USB 2.0 ports to allow users to migrate to USB 3.0 in the future, using one card reader. MobileLite G4 is backed by a two-year warranty, free technical support and legendary Kingston reliability.
MobileLite G4 USB 3.0 Card Reader (approx. price range about $10 USD at Amazon)
MobileLite G4 USB 3.0 Card Reader: Portable, sleek metallic design
USB 3.0 multi-function card reader
Backwards-compatible with USB 2.0
DESIGN AND QUALITY: The MobileLite G4 feels solid, sleek, lightweight and very durable. In comparison to form factor were most USB card readers are built in plastic, the MobileLite G4 were formed into metal (feels like aluminum metal) and a bit of plastic where the SD/microSD card slots located. This gives strong built and trust worthy that the device will last longer than any card readers out there. Although the card reader is compact and can be easily inserted to USB slots, the device does extend on both sides in which, it could block other USB ports next to it. The small holes on the corners can be used as a key chain attachment or neck strap hole. You might notice while the card reader is in operation, there is no activity light indicator, it would be great if they push a little bit to have it but then again, no biggie deal about it.
Kingston MobileLite G4 USB 3.0 Card Reader Specs/Features:
– Compliant — with the USB 3.0 specification, SDA 4.20 standard
– Versatile — supports SD/SDHC/SDXC, microSD/SDHC/SDXC
– Supports the latest card standards, UHS-I and UHS-II
– Backwards-compatible with USB 2.0
– Portable — easily fits in your pocket
– Guaranteed — 2-year warranty, free technical support
– Dimensions: 52mm x 33mm x 9mm
– Operating Temperature 0°C to 60°C
– Storage Temperature -20°C to 70°C
PERFORMANCE: The MobileLite G4 supports UHS-I and UHS-II (while other card readers don’t support UHS-II) which gives a big star factor for the device, plus it can support USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 backwards-compatible.
Test on Kingston 64GB microSDXC UHS-I (90MB/s R | 80MB/s W) via CrystalDiskMark Benchmark, the results were superb in terms of read and write speed: 89.3 on read speed and 78.4 MB/s on write speed. Another test done on SanDisk Extreme PRO SDHC/SDXC UHS-II Memory Card got excellent results, got 250.4 MB/s on read speed and 215.3 MB/s on write speed.
In comparison in the mobile market, there are plenty of card readers out there, but as far as the test, the MobileLite G4 handles the performance in an excellent performance and of course it supports UHS-II while others do not support it.
VERDICT/SUMMARY:
Pros: USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 compatible, aluminum metal body, durable, lightweight, fastest read and write speed (compared to other card readers), UHS-I and UHS-II supported (while others doesn’t have UHS-II support), both SD and microSD card slot can function at the same time and best thing is affordable/budget-wise price tag.
Cons: Bulky side of the card reader which may block other USB port(s) next to it, No activity light indicator (No big deal at all, in my case).
Superb read and write speed, USB compatibility, excellent SD card reader performance, Affordability: Solid 9/10 rating.
AVAILABILITY/PRICE:
Visit Amazon Online Store for the price/availability of Kingston MobileLite G4 USB 3.0 Card Reader.
For more product information, please visit their official website: (click here)
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wow how affordable naman this card reader, meron na ba nito sa store/grey market?
10.36 dollars = approx. 455 philippine pesos tapos usb 3.0/2.0 compatible then may uhs-i and uhs-ii. mura na at solid built pa. saan ka pa.
perfect combo to my sandisk 64GB microSD, does lazada have this one?
i have a card reader but doesn’t support usb 3.0, while generic brands won’t last long for heavy usages. ill might try this one, and see it for myself. but thanks anyway for bringing up this review. kudos!
i love kingstons since sd cards begun to emerge on tech market. they reliable and fast on performance. i love to try that one soon, ill order it on ebay.
great device, nice to have this for usb 3.0 support for faster transfer rate.
they should built it that doesn’t consumed much spaces in the size, other than that its a good product. i would recommend to used usb extension cord so you won’t block other usb ports.